Orleans
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in Orleans
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans by IHG
The staff were courteous. The room was clean.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Orleans
Did not have breakfast here. The hotel was adequate for our stay in Orleans visiting our son over Christmas.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Clean room, doing renovations, great staff, don’t really like paid valet parking
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful hotel and room. Was there over Christmas and it was fantastic. Great Service, would recommend!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Business Inn
The service was impeccable! The room was clean, roomy and allowed for socializing! I would definitely recommend it as truly a hidden gem!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Top floor room as requested displayed a catching bird’s eye view of East side of Ottawa. Strategically located within short walks to Byward Market, Parliament Hill, Sparks Street and CF Rideau. Cool that the hotel offered basement parking though paid as it sheltered us from the cold windy winter ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orleans
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
ByWard Market
A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
